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Helmerich & Payne: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Helmerich & Payne Inc. (HP) on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $77.6 million.On a per-share basis, the Tulsa, Oklahoma-based company said it had net income of 77 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, came to 69 cents per share.The results did not meet Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of eight analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 72 cents per share.The oil and gas well-drilling contractor posted revenue of $659.6 million in the period, which also missed Street forecasts. Seven analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $660 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on HP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/HPSource

Minnesota Supreme Court dismisses ‘insurrection clause’ challenge, allowing Trump to remain on the 2024 primary ballot

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS, (AP) — Minnesota Supreme Court dismisses ‘insurrection clause’ challenge, allowing Trump to remain on the 2024 primary ballot.Source

Falcons’ Smith wants to avoid ‘musical chairs’ at QB as Heinicke prepares for second start

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Arthur Smith expects to provide clarity on the Atlanta Falcons’ long-term plan at quarterback soon.Just not this week.Taylor Heinicke will make his second straight start in Sunday’s game at Arizona after Desmond Ridder lost the job because of his inability to avoid turnovers. Heinicke’s mixed results in last week’s 31-28 loss to the Minnesota Vikings included 268 passing yards with one touchdown and one interception.The Falcons (4-5) have a bye following this week’s game against the Cardinals, giving Smith and his coaching staff a chance to assess the quarterback situation. For the second straight week, Smith says the commitment to start Heinicke is only for one game.Smith said Wednesday the decision is “my responsibility and what they pay me for.” He said he doesn’t want uncertainty at the position to continue through the season.“So right now, in the short term, we feel where we’re at, everything we’ve got going o...

Adma Biologics: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

RAMSEY, N.J. (AP) — RAMSEY, N.J. (AP) — Adma Biologics Inc. (ADMA) on Wednesday reported third-quarter net income of $2.6 million, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.The Ramsey, New Jersey-based company said it had profit of 1 cent per share.The infectious disease drug developer posted revenue of $67.3 million in the period.In the final minutes of trading on Wednesday, the company’s shares hit $3.62. A year ago, they were trading at $2.61._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on ADMA at https://www.zacks.com/ap/ADMASource

Perjury case against former top Baltimore prosecutor heads to a federal jury

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — A former top prosecutor for the city of Baltimore took advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic and lied to improperly access retirement funds, using the money to purchase two Florida vacation homes, a federal prosecutor argued Wednesday at the close of the ex-official’s trial.Marilyn Mosby, who served two terms as state’s attorney for Baltimore, declined to testify before her attorneys rested their case on the third day of her trial on perjury charges. The judge presiding over the trial said she expects jurors to begin deliberating on Thursday.Mosby’s 2022 indictment accuses her of improperly accessing funds from a retirement savings account by falsely claiming that the pandemic harmed a travel-oriented business that she had formed. She used the withdrawals as down payments to buy a home in Kissimmee, Florida, and a condominium in Long Boat Key, Florida.“Telling the truth matters. It matters for all of us,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Aaron Zelinsky told jur...

U-Haul Holding Company: Fiscal Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

RENO, Nev. (AP) — RENO, Nev. (AP) — U-Haul Holding Company (UHAL) on Wednesday reported profit of $273.5 million in its fiscal second quarter.On a per-share basis, the Reno, Nevada-based company said it had net income of $1.36.The parent company of the U-Haul vehicle rental service posted revenue of $1.65 billion in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on UHAL at https://www.zacks.com/ap/UHALSource

Traffic impacts anticipated for Loveland In-N-Out grand opening

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The city of Loveland is preparing for the grand opening of a cult-favorite burger chain by planning to lessen traffic impacts in the area.In-N-Out opened two locations (Aurora and Colorado Springs) in November 2020, introducing the brand to Colorado. Loveland's first In-N-Out location will be in the Centerra Marketplace, near the intersection of Fall River Drive and U.S. 34. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox Nicole Hahn, Loveland's city engineer, said in a release that traffic management is "vital" for all new or existing construction in Loveland, including at the new In-N-Out."Like large community events, traffic congestion is expected to be the most impactful when the restaurant opens, and traffic control measures are planned for and placed to help mitigate the opening rush," Hahn said.Loveland is working with the Colorado Department of Transportation and Centerra Marketplace management to share traffic control details for drivers...

Who murdered this South Dakota man in 1987?

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has released new details about how a victim of a 36-year-old cold case was identified.The Jackson County Sheriff's Office identified the victim of a 1987 cold case as Jerry A. Mikkelson, 24, formerly of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Read more: Colorado Cold Cases Mikkelson's body was found on Oct. 18, 1987, "dumped" on a Forest Service Road five miles from the Wyoming border and 15 miles north of Walden, Colorado. CBI shared that soil samples from Mikkelson's hair are leading investigators to believe he was murdered in Wyoming and brought to Colorado.The agency also shared that when he was found in 1987, Mikkelson was wearing a vest with the initials "L.B.L." written on a tag inside.On June 28, the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, CBI and the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigations exhumed Mikkelson's body. Investigators used the opportunity to collect new DNA samples and also discovered a surgical titanium rod in Mikkelson'...

Prepare for Thanksgiving with these Denver-area Turkey Trots

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Coloradans looking for a way to burn some calories before a Thanksgiving feast, look no further.Turkey trots have become a Thanksgiving tradition for runners across the country and there are plenty happening in the Denver Metro Area this month. Guide to DIA: Travel tips during the holidays Whether it be turkey and stuffing or popcorn and toast on the table, these turkey trots serve as a festive way to prepare for some extra calories and stay active during the holidays.Turkey Trots near Denver in 2023Longmont Turkey Trot -- Saturday, Nov. 11Longmont10K race ($27-$31), wheelchair division available2-mile race ($25-$27)Mile High United Way Turkey Trot -- Thursday, Nov. 23Washington Park in Denver4-mile race ($50-$55).8 mile fun runs ($50-$55)Turkey ROCK Trot -- Thursday, Nov. 23Douglas County Event Center in Castle Rock5K fun run race ($30-$45) 1K kids dash (free)Pumpkin Pie 5K/10K -- Saturday, Nov. 18City Park in Denver5K race ($36) 10K race ($46)Due to park restrai...

The Biden administration says colleges must fight ‘alarming rise’ in antisemitism and Islamophobia

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:20 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is warning U.S. schools and colleges that they must take immediate action to stop antisemitism and Islamophobia on their campuses, citing an “alarming rise” in threats and harassment.In a Tuesday letter, the Education Department said there’s “renewed urgency” to fight discrimination against students during the Israel-Hamas war. The letter reminds schools of their legal duty to protect students and intervene to stop harassment that disrupts their education.“The rise of reports of hate incidents on our college campuses in the wake of the Israel-Hamas conflict is deeply traumatic for students and should be alarming to all Americans,” Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said in a statement. “Antisemitism, Islamophobia and all other forms of hatred go against everything we stand for as a nation.”Universities have faced mounting criticism over their response to the war and its reverberations at U.S. schools. Jewish and Muslim students ...